2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 850. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 970 kg more than 1995 Volvo 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volvo 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 850. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GT | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Continental GT | 850 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
